Film Terminology
This shot moves the camera straight upward or downward.
This person is in charge of capturing the film on camera. Including framing and lighting.
Cinematographer or Direction of Photography (DP)
Who was the third President of the United States of America?
Thomas Jefferson
Which college did Mr. Mac attend?
University of North Texas
Which classic film contains the line "Everybody hold onto your butts."
Jurassic Park
A setup that records the video and the audio on separate devices.
Two System Audio
The name of the department in charge of the crews meals and snacks.
Craft Services or "Crafty"
What is the fastest creature on earth?
Peregrine Falcon. They can reach speed over 200mph!
Which two forms of animation does Mr. Mac dislike more than any other?
Claymation and Anime
In The Matrix, which pill does Neo choose?
The Red Pill
A specific type of medium shot where the bottom edge of the frame sits just above the character's knees.
Cowboy Shot
Second in Command of the grip department.
Best Boy Grip.
Which olympic athlete has more medals than anyone else?
Michael Phelps
What are Mr. Mac's sons names?
Miles, Bear, Ford, Jesse
Where is Steve Rogers from? Specifically
Queens, NYC
The final shot of a filming day.
Martini Shot
This person is in charge of continuity and keeping cohesion in the scene.
Script Supervisor or "Scripty"
Who is the 17th King of Rohan, who dies on the fields of Pelennor during the War of the Ring?
Théoden
Which tex-mex dish does Mr. Mac feel is a scam and should never be purchased?
Fajitas
"Johnny Ringo" said by Doc Holliday.
What is the radio code for "I need to take a long bathroom break"
10-2
The head electrician on a film set.
The Gaffer.
Who are the only 2 NFL quarterbacks to start every game of the last 5 seasons? (As of 10/7/26)
Josh Allen and Jered Goff.
What is Mr. Mac's "random dream?" This is the small random act he most to be able to perform during his lifetime.
What is the ship in Alien called?
The Nostromo